Connect & Celebrate Event - 5:13
Emilia DiMenco, Women's Business Development Center
Posted Jun 25, 2018
WBDC provides services and programs that support and accelerate Women's business ownership & strengthen their impact on the economy.
Hosted by: Ellee Pai Hong Produced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team
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